New Sharon – Kerry P. Whittemore went to be the Lord on August 12, 2012 after battling a long illness. Kerry had pride in everything he did; going above and beyond in many ways for family, friends and in his work. He was a well known professional painter throughout New England. Kerry also had a fondness for raising and caring for rabbits. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Phyllis (Washburn) Whittemore; sons, Jerry Washburn & Wife Faith; Troy Whittemore & girlfriend Roberta Robbins; Kevin Whittemore & girlfriend Tina Turner; Daughters, Julie Collins & Husband Ted; Karen Dart & Husband Bob; Tammy Hamlin & Husband Dale; 14 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren (with one more great grandchild on the way); sisters, Linda Clement & family, Paula Settles & Husband Rev. Richard, Noreen Settles & Husband Bob. A graveside service will be held at 1pm, Saturday, August 18 at Southside Cemetery, Skowhegan. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan, Maine. In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be made to Phyllis Whittemore c/o Troy Whittemore, PO Box 206, Norridgewock, ME 04957. Kerry touched every heart he ever came in contact with. He will be extremely missed by all.